Virgin Australia VA397 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA397 from Brisbane to Townsville (BNE-TSV): Flight VA397 has taken off from Brisbane Airport at 19:49, and is currently en-route to Townsville Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 21:30.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 4m late.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
41
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Brisbane and is expected to arrive in Townsville at 21:30.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
40B
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
44A
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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VA397 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA397 flight from Brisbane to Townsville on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 4m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
On-Time Departure
93
%
On-Time Arrival
97
%
Avg. Early
10 minutes
Aircraft Age
10y, 4m
Total Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 31% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 63% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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VA397 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA397 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from BNE at approximately 20:04. This flight is expected to arrrive in TSV at 21:49.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 20:00 | 21:40 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 19:57 | 21:39 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 19:47 | 21:26 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 19:43 | 21:18 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 20:04 | 21:49 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 19:49 | 21:30 | In Flight |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Brisbane (BNE) | Townsville (TSV) | 738 | 19:35 | 21:45 | Scheduled |
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VA397 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA397 is 93% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
93
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
10 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va397?
Flight va397 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 19:49, estimated arrival 21:30 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va397 on time today?
Flight va397 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 19:49 and is estimated to arrive at 21:30.Has flight va397 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va397 is scheduled to depart at 19:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:49, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va397 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va397 is scheduled to arrive at 21:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:30. Status is In Flight as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va397?
For flight va397, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 40B. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va397?
After arrival, baggage for flight va397 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va397 fly?
Flight va397 is operated by Virgin Australia from Brisbane (BNE) to Townsville (TSV). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va397?
Track flight va397 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight va397 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va397 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight va397 departed from Brisbane?
Flight va397 has departed from Brisbane (BNE) at 19:49 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight va397?
Flight va397 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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